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Wolff: Hamilton not ‘looking over the fence’ at Ferrari F1 form
Ferrari seems to have addressed their pitstop issues and strategy problems from past seasons, showing strong race pace improvements in 2024, leading to a 1-2 finish in the Australian Grand Prix, closely contesting Red Bull. In contrast, Mercedes is facing challenges with their ground effect car as they struggle for the third year in a row, with the W15 being inconsistent and resulting in a double retirement at the Melbourne race. Despite Lewis Hamilton leaving Mercedes to join Ferrari at the end of the season, Mercedes’ Team Principal Toto Wolff states that Hamilton is not preoccupied with his future team’s success. Wolff praises both Hamilton and George Russell for their resilience amid Mercedes’ difficulties, emphasizing the need for self-reflection to understand and overcome their current struggles. Wolff is mindful of the pressure on the team and has adjusted his communication style to be supportive and encouraging, recognizing the importance of maintaining a positive environment amidst challenges.
